Public radio journalist traces rich family history back to 18th century Iran

Aug. 3, 2011
American journalist Steve Zind wanted to find out more about his Iranian heritage. To trace his family roots, he met with the 95-year-old patriarch and keeper of the Zand family history, himself a descendent of an 18th century Persian ruler.

Examining South Korea’s shockingly low rates of gun ownership

Aug. 2, 2011
In South Korea, guns are so highly regulated that even the criminal underworld has trouble arming itself.

In Switzerland, lots of guns but little gun crime

Aug. 2, 2011
As part of our Here, There series, we're taking a look at gun ownership and crime in other countries. In Switzerland, guns are readily available. Recreational shooting and shooting clubs are popular among Swiss men.

EVENT: Talks of Freedom

May. 20, 2011
The Syrian American Society is hosting an event to discuss the ongoing violence in Syria:Talks of Freedom: Syrian Revolution and Prospects for the Near FutureHilton Garden Inn Chicago/Oakbrook Terrace1000 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, ILSunday, May 22; 1:30-6pmFree 

Chicago events commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster

Apr. 28, 2011
EVENTS:Commemoration: 25th Anniversary of Chornobyl Nuclear DisasterThursday April 28, 2011, 5:30-8:00 p.m.ChicagoCultural Center — G.A.R.

Chicago Ukrainian family shares first-hand account of Chernobyl

Apr. 28, 2011
The Chelekhova family was living in Kiev when the Chernobyl (Chornobyl) nuclear disaster occurred on April 26, 1986.

Chicago events commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster

Apr. 27, 2011
EVENTS:Commemoration: 25th Anniversary of Chornobyl Nuclear DisasterThursday April 28, 2011, 5:30-8:00 p.m.ChicagoCultural Center — G.A.R.

The documentary 'Block Four: Chernobyl 2011' premieres this week in Chicago

Apr. 26, 2011
In the third part of a series of commemorations for the 25th anniversary of the Chernobyl (Chornobyl) nuclear disaster, Worldview features the new documentary 

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